ICB Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping and Accounts – Full Membership MICB

Course Code

OSC1340

Are you looking to pursue a career in bookkeeping and accounting, or even further your knowledge in the field? Then this ICB Bookkeeping Level 3 course could be just for you. From understanding how to produce a VAT return to controlling the sales and purchases ledgers.

Gain the knowledge and skills to become a qualified bookkeeper.
Learn how to produce the final accounts for sole traders, partnerships and not-for-profit organisations in both manual and computerised systems.
On successful completion of this course, you will be able to gain full membership status with the ICB, allowing you to use the letters MICB after your name. You would also be able to work as a self-employed/employed bookkeeper.

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This ICB Bookkeeping Level 3 course provides you with all you need to know about bookkeeping, whilst being ideal for students who want to achieve a career in the field. If you’ve already made a start to life in bookkeeping, this bundle will boost your skills and help you progress in your career. In the Level 3 course, you will learn about post year-end adjustments, producing the final accounts for sole traders, partnerships, not-for-profit organisations and Limited Companies, and more.

It is ideal for:

Students who want to develop their accounting and bookkeeping knowledge
Those aspiring to work or progress their career in accounting, finance, or bookkeeping.

Future career options:

Chartered accounting
Finance manager
Management accounting
External auditor
Forensic accountant
Stockbroker
Internal audit
Business analyst

Course duration

Up to 1 year.

Course outcome

You will receive an ICB Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping and Accounts (MICB).

Entry requirements

Assessment

A mixture of tutor-marked assignments, online tests and examinations.

Understand the importance of adhering to a code of ethical principles
Understand when and how to take appropriate action to cope with unethical behaviour
Understand the legal differences between the structures of various types of businesses
Understand the main accounting concepts that apply
Understand the various accounting standards that are applied to the production of year-end accounts
Understand the different VAT schemes that are available for use
Understand the importance of being able to clearly communicate relevant information
Understand the requirements for uploads to HMRC under making tax digital (as and when introduced)

Reconcile debtors and creditors control accounts
Write off a bad debt
Correct errors in the accounts

Account for the disposal of fixed assets
Understand the need to allow for, and be able to post, adjustments to the accounts
Provide for revaluation of assets

Prepare a set of final accounts suitable for internal management purposes
Calculate and post relevant amounts to appropriate profits as required
Adjust capital share of partners

Understand the importance of interpreting financial statements for internal management purposes
Analyse and interpret financial statements
Prepare a cash budget

Assessment

During this course, you will complete a number of Tutor Marked Assignments in preparation for your official assessments. As part of your official assessment, you will complete four online tests and an examination.

All online tests can be taken at home or at work, wherever you have access to a secure an internet connection, so assessment is quick and simple. For any examinations, we can help you find an approved ICB examination centre in your area. You will be responsible for booking and paying for any assessments or exams.

Course duration

Once you have enrolled, you can start at any time and will have a full year to complete your studies. You will also receive 12 months tutor support, so you can work at your own pace.

Whilst studying your course you will also be required to install Sage software. You will have 6 months access to this software.

Study method

The distance learning course can be studied from home or at work. You will receive all course materials and unlimited tutor support by email.

Course utcomes

On successful completion of all assessments, you will achieve an ICB Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping and Accounts (MICB).

On completion of the ICB Level 3 you will receive full membership status with the ICB and will be eligible to use the letters MICB after your name.

Awarding body

By offering relevant qualifications, the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB) promotes and maintains the standards of bookkeeping as a profession as the largest bookkeeping institute in the world.

Offering membership to students, their worldwide-recognised qualifications highlight your experience and competence within the bookkeeping and account profession.

Their courses help create highly qualified bookkeeping talent, which in turn helps business owners take control of their finances and support the economy as a whole.

What next?

When you have successfully completed the ICB Bookkeeping Level 3 course, you will receive full membership status with the ICB and start your career in the world of bookkeeping and accounting.

Before commencing the study at this level, the candidate should have achieved ICB Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping or its equivalent with another awarding body within 5 years of enrolling on this course. In addition, the software is provided via a downloadable link, so you will need a computer with internet access and storage space.

Dedicated personal tutor support
Dedicated learner services
Assignment marking and feedback
FREE registration and 1 year subscription to ICB
FREE Sage 50 Accounts software
FREE CV critique service
FREE employability guide to help you impress future employers
FREE XO Student Discounts membership
Comprehensive study guide
Open Study College pen and highlighter
Student notebook

The Sage 50 software will only work on computers which run Windows 7 or higher. Sage software will not run on Windows XP or on any Apple Macintosh computer. The software is available as a download only – you must have an internet connection and the ability to save the software to your device.

It's not a problem. We offer a course replacement service, so if you get into trouble and your course pack is lost or damaged, our Student Support Team can provide you with a new set of materials for a one-time additional fee.